Why Support Wood River Health

Wood River Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center, or FQHC. We receive federal funding to provide high-quality primary care to people in underserved communities.

For more than 50 years, FQHCs have helped improve access to care, reduce health disparities, lower emergency room use, save taxpayer dollars and strengthen local economies.

Why Your Support Matters

The cost of medical equipment and supplies has increased significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic. At the same time, federal funding and insurance reimbursements no longer fully cover the cost of providing care.

Because of this gap, health centers like Wood River Health rely on donations, sponsorships and grant funding. Your support helps ensure that everyone in our community can access the care they need.

How to Give

Individuals wishing to invest in our mission are encouraged to make a secure online donation or mail a check written to Wood River Health. Please include the name of the campaign or program you are supporting in the memo line on your check.

Mailing Address

Wood River Health
823 Main Street
Hope Valley, RI 02832

How Donors Are Recognized

The names of all donors, regardless of the amount of their contribution, are included in Wood River Health’s Annual Report. Please indicate how you would like your name to be listed or if you prefer to remain anonymous.

Donors receive a thank you letter from Wood River Health's President and CEO. Donors who give $250 or more during a calendar year will receive an additional letter in January to assist with tax preparation.

Tax Information

All Annual Fund donations are tax-deductible and directly support Wood River Health’s programs and services.

Wood River Health is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Our Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 05-0378071.

Opportunities to Support Wood River Health

Invest in Our Capital Campaign

Gifts to our Capital Campaign help expand our facilities, services and programs so more people can access care.

Donors who contribute $1,000 or more may be eligible for naming opportunities.

Learn more about our Capital Campaign opportunities .

Help a Member of Our Community

The Community Fund supports patients whose needs go beyond health care.

This fund honors Kimberley Hebert, a Wood River Health patient who passed away on April 13, 2021 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Your contribution helps patients overcome barriers such as transportation, basic needs and access to essential services.

Honor a Loved One

You may honor or remember someone special by making a gift in their name.

To discuss memorial gifts, bequests or gifts of stock or insurance, please contact:

Sarah Channing
Director of Development and Communications
Phone: 401.387.9621
Email: SChanning@WoodRiverHealth.org

Make a Matching Gift

Many employers match charitable donations made by their employees. This can double or even triple the impact of your gift.

Contact your employer or accounting department to learn if your company offers a matching gift program.

Support Our 50th Anniversary Gala

Wood River Health will host our 50th Anniversary Gala on Friday, September 18, 2026.

You can support this event by attending, sponsoring or donating an item to our annual silent auction or Wine Surprise.

Volunteer Your Time

Giving your time is another meaningful way to support Wood River Health.

To learn more about volunteer opportunities, contact:

Stephanie Calenda
Phone: 401.387.9605
Email: SCalenda@WoodRiverHealth.org